Comparison

FileGuard vs FxFiles

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

FileGuard

Securely store and protect your private photos, videos, notes, and files with a passcode-protected vault. Features a private browser for anonymous web surfing and advanced security options like Face ID and two-factor authentication.

Highlights
  • Passcode-protected file vault
  • Private internet browser
  • Lock photos and videos
  • Store private notes
  • Password and code management
  • Face ID/Touch ID support
  • Two-Factor Authentication
Features
Read full description

Store all your private files in a secure digital vault. FileGuard helps you passcode-protect all your personal photos, videos, notes, files, and more. It also comes with a private internet browser that lets you surf the web without leaving any traces on your device. With FileGuard, you can: - Lock your personal photos and videos - Write and store private notes - Import and view files - Store contacts - Keep track of all your passwords and codes - Browse the internet without leaving any history - Make private bookmarks FileGuard also comes with a number of exclusive security features, including: - Face ID/Touch ID - Two-Factor Authentication (2FA) - Album Locks While the basic functionality of the app is free to use, unlimited use and access to the more advanced features require an auto-renewing subscription. To learn more about this subscription, please see the following information. ------------------------ Subscription Information - The subscription price starts at $2.99 per month or $19.99 per year and is automatically renewed every month or year until cancelled. - Your payment will be charged to your iTunes Account as soon as you confirm your purchase. - You can manage your subscriptions and turn off auto-renewal from your Apple ID account settings after the purchase. - Your subscription will renew automatically, unless you turn off auto-renew at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. - The cost of renewal will be charged to your account in the 24 hours prior to the end of the current period. - When canceling a subscription, your subscription will stay active until the end of the period. Auto-renewal will be disabled, but the current subscription will not be refunded. - Any features requiring an active subscription (including Cloud Storage) may, at any time without notice, be turned off or removed after the subscription has ended. About Subscriptions: http://onewave.se/fileguard/subscriptions.html Terms of Use: http://onewave.se/fileguard/terms.html Privacy Policy: http://onewave.se/fileguard/privacy.html

About

FxFiles

Features
Read full description

FxFiles is a privacy-first file manager and cloud backup app that puts you in complete control of your data. With military-grade encryption and decentralized storage, your photos, videos, and documents stay private - always. - SECURE CLOUD BACKUP • End-to-end encryption - files are encrypted before leaving your device • Zero-knowledge architecture - only you can access your data • Automatic backup for photos, videos, and audio • Sync across all your devices securely POWERFUL FILE MANAGER • Browse and organize photos, videos, audio, and documents • Smart categories for quick access to your media • Face recognition to find photos of people you care about • Search files instantly across your library BUILT-IN MEDIA PLAYER • Full-featured audio player with background playback • Create and manage playlists • Lock screen controls and notifications • Audio equalizer for the perfect sound PRIVATE FILE SHARING • Share files with password protection • Set expiration dates on shared links • Control who can view or download • Revoke access anytime DECENTRALIZED & PRIVATE • Your data is never stored on centralized servers • No tracking, no ads, no data mining • Open-source technology you can trust • Pay only for the storage you use with crypto Whether you're backing up precious memories or managing work documents, FxFiles keeps your digital life organized and secure. Download FxFiles today and take back control of your privacy.

Screenshots

FileGuard4 screens
FxFiles1 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: FxFiles at none against FileGuard's 10. FxFiles also leads on update cadence (every 4 days vs every 2 months). On price, ads, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. FileGuard sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. FxFiles asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

FileGuard ships an update every 2 months, FxFiles every 4 days. The most recent releases landed on September 15, 2026 and September 8, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
FileGuard versus FxFiles: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterFileGuardFxFiles
PriceFreeFree
Rating2.6 (319 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews56.4% of reviews—
Number of ratings319 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsEvery 4 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFreemium—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS13.013.0
Further details — not scored
Size14 MB189 MB
Age rating17+4+
DeveloperOne Wave ABFunctionland

Bugs and requests

FileGuard

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • App not opening after iOS update
  • Inability to access stored files
  • Videos not playing properly

Requested features

4 requests
  • Mass export option for files
  • Sync across multiple devices
  • Landscape mode for video playback
  • Update app to support latest iOS

FxFiles

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

10 purchases

FileGuard

Subscriptions8
  • Premium7 Days trial$1.991 Month
  • Premium$1.991 Month
  • Premium7 Days trial$2.991 Month
Show 5 more
  • Premium$2.991 Month
  • Premium1 Month trial$9.991 Year
  • Premium$9.991 Year
  • Premium1 Month trial$19.991 Year
  • Premium$19.991 Year
One-time2
  • Photo Pack$2.99
  • Full Version$3.99
None

FxFiles

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is FileGuard free?
FileGuard is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is FxFiles free?
FxFiles is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do FileGuard or FxFiles have ads?
Neither FileGuard nor FxFiles shows ads.
Which is updated more often, FileGuard or FxFiles?
FileGuard ships an update every 2 months, and FxFiles every 4 days. Most recently, FileGuard was updated on September 15, 2026 and FxFiles on September 8, 2026.

Other comparisons